Microsoft Word 2003/2004
The Forms Toolbar
Word forms offer an easy way to gather information because they allow you to capture information either electronically or in print. This document gives basic information about the Forms toolbar and its capabilities.
Displaying/Hiding the Forms Toolbar
As you work with Word to create a form, you will be applying basic Word skills and working frequently with the Forms toolbar.
Displaying the Forms Toolbar
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From the View menu, select Toolbars »Forms
The Forms toolbar appears.
Windows:
Macintosh:
Hiding the Forms Toolbar
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Windows: In the upper right corner of the toolbar, click the X
Macintosh: In the upper left corner of the toolbar, click the circle
Toolbar Buttons
The Forms toolbar displays buttons you will use frequently as you create your form.
| Button | Name | Description |
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Text Form Field | Adds a text box field |
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Check Box Form Field | Adds a check box field |
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Drop-Down Form Field | Adds a drop-down field |
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Form Field Options | Accesses the Form Field Options dialog box |
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Draw Table | Draws a table at the insertion point |
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Insert Table | Inserts a table at the insertion point |
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Insert Frame | Inserts a frame |
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Form Field Shading | Turns form field shading on/off |
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Windows only: Reset Form Fields | Clears and reset all form fields |
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Protect Form | Turns form protection on/off |
